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I am ordering my IRS transcripts for the three previous years. I am ordering them by mail. There is an option to choose on the IRS website which type of transcript I want, Account transcript or Return transcript.

Which one I should choose for I-864 form? I am confused.

Lillyz, read a different topic here called "How to end relationship", there is a USCIS policy quote there that may be a solution to your situation.

17 hours ago, JFH said:

What makes you certain your next boyfriend/girlfriend will be in another country? Are you purposely seeking out foreign partners? It could look suspicious. 

And if yes, what's wrong with that? For example, my previous husband was from UK. My current one is from France. And yes, I was purposely looking for an European man. No offense but American men is not my cup of tea.

I don't think it's a red flag to seek a foreign partner, it's a matter of preference. IMHO.

Not to file immigration papers for a spouse is a form of abuse, IMHO. Especially if there are children. Her US citizen husband keeps her as a house plant; she has no right to work, drive a car, go to a school, etc. It's a form of control on the husband's part. I bet there must be at least some form of emotional/psychological abuse, too. And as she mentions "welfare", then economical abuse, as well.

Look, lady: You need to look for help. To search for a pro-bono immigration attorney (Legal Aid) that can help you to self-petition for permanent residency (VAWA-based). You don't have to divorce your husband for that. You don't have to leave him for that. You don't have to inform him of your self-petition. 

But if you think you (and/or your kids) are in danger, then you have to leave him ASAP.

There is a visa called J1 Work and Travel visa:

https://exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/j-1-visa-summer-work-travel-program

He may want to look into that option.

Congratulations! Long and hard road you had to take, but there is always the light at the end of the tunnel.

So sorry you find yourself in this predicament, Peter Parker. You should sue USCIS for screwing you up like this, really.

You can transfer your assets, yes.

It's a common practice for U.S. citizen abusers "feeling hurt" and sending vindictive letters to USCIS against their beneficiary spouses.

In practice their letters carry no weight unless there is a clear evidence present of misrepresentation/crimes (like bigamy for example) on behalf of the beneficiary.

In other words, your I-751 based on abuse is a separate issue from your husband's letters to USCIS. Let him write all he wants; the fact is he cannot do anything to impede your immigration status.

P.S. As to I-864 affidavit, you cannot "give it up" as it's not up to you, it's a contract between the USCIS and the petitioner. You have no say in this.

The F1 visa overstay will be likely forgiven as you are in the category of an immediate family member of a US citizen. However, a 2 YRR waiver is another matter. Your petition for AOS (I-485) won't be approved until you either go for a remaining year to your home country (which may trigger a ban) or apply and receive a waiver. Only after that you can file your I-485.

If I were you, I'd hire an experienced immigration attorney before proceeding as your situation is not simple.

Realities Every International Relationship Faces

1. Instead of spending money on date nights you spend it on plane tickets.

2.You're 100% committed and in it for the long haul.

3. You get really frustrated about immigration laws.

4. When people complain about their little fights you secretly get a bit jealous.

5. Bad Wi-Fi and poor cell reception are your mortal enemies.

6. You're always finding new ways to express your affection from a distance.

7. Sometimes you just leave little voice messages to let them know they're on your mind.

8. More than anything else, you just really miss cuddling.

9. Your internal clock is permanently split between two sides of the globe.

10. Even if you speak the same language, sometimes humor or sarcasm can get lost in translation.

11. Sometimes you have to stay up super late just to talk for a few minutes.

12. You have crazy amounts of alone time.

13. You live for the little notes you leave each other.

14. The countdown to seeing your S.O. is seriously intense.

15. You've revived the art of letter-writing.

16. There's no feeling in the world like that first hug at the airport.

17. You love getting to show each other your favorite spots when you visit.

18. When together you're constantly giddy from the thrill of not being separated by an ocean or a continent.

19. And there is no feeling in the world more difficult than a goodbye at an airport..

20. So much of your future is uncertain except the one thing that's just, well, non-negotiable – a life together.

My example is the same as John&Rose.  I (US citizen) filled in my 1040 as "Married Filing Jointly" on paper. When my husband (beneficiary who lives in France) came to visit me, we went to the IRS office together. There we submitted 1040, W-7 (filled in by husband) and his French passport for the IRS officer review. After the review the officer returned the passport, and said that our tax documents are filed, and that we have to wait for the letter in the mail with ITIN number within 6-11 weeks.

I plan to use the ITIN to claim my husband as beneficiary on my employer's health insurance. Also my bank wants this information for the joint account.

4 minutes ago, Desbaez said:

What is the visa waiver program? 

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visa-waiver-program.html

I just had an experience with adding my husband to my bank account without SSN/ITIN. Thought it might be useful.

My husband is in the States right now visiting me on Visa Waiver Program. So we went together to my local credit union. Elas, they refused to add him to my account there. The reason: My husband did NOT have a valid visa in his passport. We showed the ESTA paperwork and I-94 record printed out as well as the stamp "Admitted" at POE in his passport, and tried to explain how VWP works, all in vain.

Then we went to Bank of America (where I also have a bank account) and it was successful. Not only they added my hubby to my checking account there but promised to mail him a debit card AND a credit card within 10 business days. The credit card would be for his name only, as a separate credit card and not as an authorized user of mine. WOW. 

We did all in one year - 2018! Met on the website called Badoo in March, met in person in Barcelona in September, got married in Arizona in October, and filed for CR1 in November.

We have the same problem, and my husband (beneficiary) is from France, too. Soon after I filed CR1 for him, he moved to a nearby town. 

Can you do a mail forwarding service from your Mom's address to yours?

Our retirement is 7 years 3 months away, and we will be moving to France (where he is from) or Portugal as a second choice (his native country). Can't wait!

So far we have done 3 visits, each 6 weeks apart. Three more visits planned before our CR1 interview (the tickets are booked).

Each visit lasts 7-10 days - helas, we both have obligations and cannot afford longer trips.

Yes, it is hard and frustrating to be separated for so long. 

We are on Whatsap (audio calls, voice messages and SMS) several times a day and on weekends we do video calls.

1) YES

2) YES 

3) G-1145 (not a must though)

4) to write "Father Unknown" is fine

5) You don't need to adopt the child officially for immigration purposes, he is "a child of US citizen" for the USCIS because you are married to his mother.

I don't understand what the "current income of the past" is. Can you elaborate please?

I am employed full-time, for now it is $18.2824 per hour, paid every two weeks and I file my taxes every year. The CR-1/2 filed in November 2018. My household size for USCIS will be 4. I read that the tax returns for only the last year are necessary, and for the last 3 years are recommended but not required. Is that true?

1) It's better to write N/A then leave the boxes blank, IMHO.

2) There should be no markings (crossing outs, etc) on the form. If I were you, Id' redo the page and print it out again.

3) If he is not in the US, he does not need to sign I-130.

4) Yes, later he will be able to disclose this information.

Good luck!

So that makes it GROSS then, BEFORE all the deductions. Ouff, I am relieved now. Thanks!

There are two figures on my Tax statement as my annual income, GROSS and NET, and the difference is about 9,000.

I am bringing my husband and his stepson on CR1/2, plus I had signed I-864 as a co-sponsor for a friend 5 years ago (that greencard holder is not a US citizen yet) and I want to be sure that my income is enough to sponsor my family.

2 hours ago, carmel34 said:

She can't stay in the US past her I-94 date in May or it will cause problems later in the I-130 process, 

If the topic starter is a US citizen, then this advice is incorrect. If they are in the process of adjusting her status (AOS), as long as I-130 is pending, she is fine. The unlawful presence (past her tourist visa expiration date) will be forgiven because she is an immediate relative of a US citizen. Moreover, she cannot leave the US while on AOS - not until she gets her I-131 (if they filed for one) approved or her pending status is adjusted to a permanent resident.

It is not necessary to create topics like this one.

Go to "Immigration Timelines" and click on Igor's List.

All filers are there , by service center, by month/year filed, by name...

Predictions & Visa Processing Stats: 

 Processing Status: Igor's List